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Dr. Jorge Aguilar, MD

Anesthesiologist

Walnut Creek, CA

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Aguilar, Anesthesiologist in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Jorge Aguilar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Aguilar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aguilar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aguilar’s office.

    Where did Dr. Aguilar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Texas Medical School, Houston

    What languages does Dr. Aguilar speak?

    Dr. Aguilar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Aguilar typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Aguilar diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Aguilar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Aguilar typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Aguilar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Aguilar. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Aguilar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Aguilar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Aguilar accept in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Dr. Aguilar in Walnut Creek, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Aguilar's office located?

    Dr. Jorge Aguilar's Primary Practice

    1601 Ygnacio Valley Rd

    Walnut Creek, CA 94598

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    Dr. Jorge Aguilar's Practice 2

    2420 Camino Ramon Ste 270

    San Ramon, CA 94583

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    Dr. Jorge Aguilar's Practice 3

    2175 N California Blvd Ste 425

    Walnut Creek, CA 94596

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    What is Dr. Aguilar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Aguilar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275777641.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aguilar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aguilar

    What is Dr. Jorge Aguilar's specialty?

    Dr. Aguilar is an Anesthesiologist near Walnut Creek, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Jorge Aguilar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Aguilar is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Jorge Aguilar accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Aguilar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jorge Aguilar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Aguilar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jorge Aguilar?

    Please contact Dr. Aguilar's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Aguilar's office located?

    Dr. Aguilar's offices are located in Walnut Creek, CA and San Ramon, CA.